A sister enjoys lectio divina outdoors.

Would you enter into the very heart of God? Listen to His words.
(St. Gregory)

One aspect of monastic life, imperative for proper growth in receiving the love and life of Our Lord, is lectio divina: the reflective reading and re-reading of Sacred Scripture in silence, holy leisure and openness to the Word of God.  Separate study periods and classes in Theology, Philosophy, works of spirituality, etc., provide a solid foundation for the mind and heart.

I will speak with My bride...And when I speak to My bride,
you shall know that I cannot speak of anything but love.
(Hugh of St. Victor)